Which of the Following Statements Is Correct About the Way

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct about the way managers set standards for employees?

• A)The standards managers set for employee productivity should be based on ideal conditions to encourage employees to push themselves.
• B)Eliminating breaks,downtime,and maintenance time from set standards is an excellent way to motivate employees.
• C)High employee turnover results in higher standards over the long run because weak or underperforming employees are replaced with high-performing employees.
• D)When setting standards,managers should include a reasonable amount of downtime for preventable maintenance,employee breaks,and training.

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Definitions:

William James

An American philosopher and psychologist, often referred to as the "Father of American psychology," known for his work in pragmatism and functional psychology.

Functionalist

Pertains to a perspective in sociology and psychology that emphasizes the importance of the roles that elements of society or cognition serve.

Psychology

The scientific study of the mind and behavior, examining how individuals think, feel, and act both as individuals and within groups.

Structuralism

Structuralism is a theoretical paradigm in psychology and other social sciences that emphasizes the analysis of underlying structures in cultural products, human thought, and behavior.